This type of massage promotes flexibility and helps prevent injuries. Or, it may help muscle strains, aiding healing after a sports injury. The biggest advantages of sports massage is that it helps in preventing further injuries to the body. It helps in decreasing the tension in the muscles and helps in relaxing stiff muscles. If you engage in regular sports or exercise activities and/or a runner, this type of massage will help your muscles recover faster and experience less soreness after an extraneous exercise activity.